Did you know that youth who have mentors are statistically more likely to excel than those who do not? That’s what our programs are all about, providing the best possible outcome for the children in our communities. Unfortunately, demand exceeds supply. We have over...
On Thursday afternoons, once the last bell rings, there is a rush of feet and the buzz of excited chatter as elementary school kids stampede down the hallways, heading for the bright sunshine beckoning through the open front doors. Left behind are empty hallways and...
When you think of EPCOR you might think of your power bill or your water usage. When I think of EPCOR I’m reminded of my father sternly reminding me to always “turn out the lights!” However, here at BGCBigs, we think of EPCOR a little bit differently. As a charity, we...
On Sunday, April 22nd, youth from Boys & Girls Club Big Brothers Big Sisters of Edmonton & Area attended a free yoga class in Ford Hall. Ford Hall is located in Rogers Place and can be used for so much more than just the entrance into the building. A special...
We spend a lot of time talking about the importance of our 3,000 volunteers, and rightly so. They are the ones on the ground spending time with kids and youth and their families to make a positive difference in our community. We are so proud of each and every...
November 6 was a special day for 100 of our community’s kids. For the first time anywhere in Canada, the Rotary Club of Edmonton West gave the gift of the holiday season to children in need of warm clothing. Boys & Girls Clubs Big Brothers Big Sisters partnered...
